Carnegie Introduces New Upholstery Collection, Rhyme & Reason
Couture Meets Performance Upholstery in Carnegieās Rhyme & Reason Collection
Carnegie’s newest upholstery collection, Rhyme & Reason, celebrates the balance between sumptuous aesthetics and practical cleanability. The new line features six sophisticated patterns: Bijoux, Dapple, Junction, Reverb, Sonata, and Sonnet.
Whether showcasing a plush velvet that is tolerant to wear, or a bleach-cleanable, modern plaid designed to evoke the delicate stitches of embroidery, each pattern is designed with artistry and performance in mind. Rhyme & Reason is suitable for luxe settings or projects that wish to inject enduring opulence into their design without compromising on durability.
Explore each new pattern in detail below:
BijouxA flamƩ velvet with a subtle sheen, Bijoux is a timeless fabric that offers a luxe finish through 12 rich colorways. Suitable for upholstery, drapery, and panel applications, Bijoux is finish free and can withstand 100,000 double rubs on the Wyzenbeek scale.
DappleDelicate flecks of color embellish a plush velvet base, giving Dapple a gentle abstract effect. The fabricās subtle lustre embodies an elevated look, suitable for high-end environments. As durable as it is elegant, Dapple can withstand 100,000 double rubs on the Wyzenbeek scale and is offered in four chic colorways.
JunctionPops of vibrant color accentuate a network of dots on Junction, a bleach-cleanable fabric suitable for both upholstery and panel applications. Made of 53 percent post-consumer recycled polyester and 47 percent polyester, Junction is available in seven colorways and can withstand up to 60,000 double rubs on the Wyzenbeek scale.
ReverbColorful stitches trail across the surface of Reverb, a modern twist on a traditional plaid pattern. Available in seven dynamic and muted colorways, Reverb is bleach cleanable and free of added finishes. The fabric can withstand 100,000 double rubs on the Wyzenbeek scale and is HHI compliant and Kaiser PermanenteĀ® approved.
SonataPart of Carnegieās affordable Elements line, Sonata is an ultra-plush fabric that is resistant to any marksāperfect for high-traffic spaces as upholstery or panel applications. Offered in 16 versatile colorways, Sonata is HHI compliant and Kaiser PermanenteĀ® approved.
SonnetSonnet is a plush upholstery fabric created from a blend of soft chenille and bouclĆØ yarns, offered in eight classic colorways. The fabric can withstand up to 80,000 double rubs on the Wyzenbeek scale and has a PFOA-free stain-resistant finishāensuring Sonnet will stay as timeless as it looks.
Having recently expanded into finished products, Carnegie continues to innovate and excite through its upholstery introductions. The companyās March 2021 launches also include Canvas, freestanding division panels with a modifiable skin available in Rhyme & Reason patterns; the color expansion of Carnegieās Xorel Meteor line; three brand new Xorel patterns; three new Xorel Artform shapes; as well as Coterie, a collection of four artfully-crafted, vertical space division panels.
About Carnegie
Carnegie is a leading manufacturer and innovator of textiles, wallcoverings, and finished products in North America. Since 1950, the company has established a tradition of firsts, including the development of its own Xorel fabrics, which provide a durable alternative to PVC materials and Biobased Xorel, the first plant based high performance textile in the world. In addition, Carnegie has built a reputation for its ongoing and comprehensive commitment to the environment through all parts of its business cycle by being a member of the Be Original organization, maintaining a B Corp certification, and by establishing themselves as the first and only interior textiles PVC-free company in the industry. For more information, visit www.carnegiefabrics.com
